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Local News · BarnetForest Care Village Hosts Free Weekly Coffee Afternoons
Forest Care Village in Borehamwood is launching free weekly Community Coffee Afternoons every Wednesday. The events will offer complimentary refreshments and prize bingo, aiming to foster social connections and tackle isolation among older adults and the wider community.
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WorldBorehamwood housing plan includes school and care home
Developer Griggs Homes has unveiled initial plans for up to 1,200 homes in Borehamwood. The proposed development, situated near Cowley Hill and Well End Road, also includes provision for a school, a care home, a synagogue, and sports facilities.
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WorldCannabis Farm Discovered in Borehamwood
Police discovered a large cannabis farm with more than 500 plants in Borehamwood on Tuesday, May 26. The property was found to have the drug growing in nearly every room. A 34-year-old man has been charged.
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Crime & Safety · EdgwareEdgware Man Jailed For Bomb Plot
Robert Kovacs, 39, of Edgware, has been sentenced to 29 years in prison after being found guilty of attempted murder. He constructed a homemade bomb and placed it under a vehicle in Borehamwood.
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WorldIslamophobic Abuse at Aberford Park
A woman of Muslim faith was subjected to Islamophobic abuse at the entrance to Aberford Park in Borehamwood on April 13. Two women reportedly blocked the park entrance and directed religiously aggravated comments towards the victim. Police are appealing for witnesses.
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WorldMotorist Fined for Unsecured Football Net
A driver in Borehamwood was fined £168 and given three penalty points after being caught with an unsecured football net on their car. The incident, captured on video, highlighted the dangers of carrying unstable loads.
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WorldFilming to cause traffic delays in Theobald Street
Filming activities on Theobald Street between Radlett and Borehamwood will necessitate traffic management measures for two days. Two-way traffic signals will be active for extended periods, with alternative routes advised.
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Crime & Safety · BarnetMan Arrested After Pedestrians Hit By Tesla
A man was arrested after a Tesla reportedly struck two pedestrians in Borehamwood in the early hours of Saturday, April 4. One victim sustained serious injuries requiring hospital treatment.
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WorldMan Assaulted in Borehamwood Tesco Car Park
A man was subjected to verbal abuse and physical assault in the drop-off area of a Tesco store in Borehamwood. Hertfordshire Police are appealing for public assistance to identify those involved and gather evidence.
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WorldForest Care Village Unveils Hygge Makeover
Forest Care Village in Borehamwood has completed a hygge-style interior refurbishment, enhancing its atrium, communal areas, and private living spaces. The redesign incorporates soft lighting, natural planting, and calming colours to create a more comfortable and welcoming environment for residents. Mayor Dan Ozarow officially opened the revitalised centre.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet Family Loses Home in Borehamwood Blaze
A family of five escaped a devastating house fire in Borehamwood on January 4, losing their home and their cat. The cause was accidental, and the family's home insurance had reportedly lapsed.
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Borehamwood McDonald's Manager Wins Global Award
Borehamwood McDonald's manager Ujjaval Patel has received the Global Ray Kroc Award, placing him in the top one per cent of managers globally. He will be honoured with a trip to Las Vegas and a cash prize.
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